Jobs: General Linguistics: Assistant Professor, University of Minnesota

Editor for this issue: Catherine Adams
<catherinlinguistlist.org>

The LINGUIST List strongly encourages employers to use
non-discriminatory standards in hiring policy. In particular we urge
that employers do not discriminate on the grounds of race, ethnicity,
nationality, age, religion, gender, or sexual orientation. However, we
have no means of enforcing these standards.

Job seekers should pay special attention to language in ads regarding
employment requirements and are encouraged to consult our international
employment page at http://linguistlist.org/jobs/jobnet.html. This page has been
set up so that people can report on the employment standards of various countries.

The University of MinnesotaTwin Cities seeks outstanding candidates for a temporary Assistant Professor/Instructor for the 2007-08 academic year in the Linguistics Program in the College of Liberal Arts. Pending approval, this temporary appointment (T) will be 100% for the nine-month period of August 27, 2007 through May 25, 2008 with a salary that is commensurate with qualifications and experience. The person may have a specialization in any area of linguistic theory. Preference will be given to candidates in areas of specialization for which there is the greatest need. The person will be expected to teach at least two sections of Introduction to Linguistics and courses assigned from among Language and Society, Languages of the World, Phonology, Syntax, or a seminar, depending upon the person's area of specialization. Other responsibilities include engaging in program research and providing service to the Program, College, and University.

Qualifications: Essential qualifications include an ABD in Linguistics and at least one year of college level teaching experience in Linguistics. Preferred qualifications include a PhD in Linguistics and at least two years' experience teaching Linguistics courses at the college level. Candidates will be expected to provide evidence of excellence in teaching. Visiting faculty will be appointed at the rank of their home institution.

Application Instructions: Priority consideration will be given to applications received by August 1, 2007. Contact Professor Jeanette Gundel to express interest. Application instructions will follow. Inquiries may also be made by telephone to 612-624-3331 or by e-mail to ilesumn.edu.

The University of Minnesota is committed to the policy that all persons shall have equal access to its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, or sexual orientation.